San Diego State Aztecs Kick Off 2024-25 Basketball Season Against UC San Diego Tritons

The San Diego State Aztecs began their 2024-25 college basketball season with a highly anticipated matchup against the UC San Diego Tritons on Wednesday, November 6, 2024. The game took place at the Viejas Arena, marking the opening game for both teams in the new season.

The Aztecs, who finished last season with a 26-11 record and secured a five seed in the NCAA Tournament, are looking to rebuild after losing four of their five starters from the previous year. Despite these losses, San Diego State has bolstered its roster with talent from the transfer portal. Players like Reese Walters, who averaged 9.6 points per game last season against Pac-12 competition, and Miles Byrd, who is expected to have a bigger role this season, are key additions to the team.

On the other hand, the UC San Diego Tritons are coming off an impressive transition from Division 2, where they finished with a 21-12 record, including 15-5 in the Big West conference. The Tritons have two starters and a key reserve returning, including point guard Hayden Gray and Tyler McGhie, who averaged 13.9 points per game last season. This game serves as a tough early-season test for UC San Diego, emphasizing the need for strong defensive performance.

The game was broadcast on the MW Network, allowing fans to watch the action live. The betting odds favored San Diego State by 11.5 points, with an over/under of 143.5 points. However, predictions suggested that UC San Diego could keep the game close and potentially win against the spread.